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Spanish Can you treat a traumatic hemothorax with a 14FR

Video Published 2022-08-03 Updated 2026-06-23

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Spanish-language presentation comparing 14 French percutaneous catheters versus traditional chest tubes for traumatic hemothorax treatment in 119 pediatric patients. Study found equivalent failure rates and drainage outcomes, with significantly better patient tolerance in the percutaneous catheter group.

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  • 14 French percutaneous catheters are as effective as large-bore chest tubes for traumatic hemothorax drainage.
  • No significant difference in treatment failure rates between 14FR catheters and traditional chest tubes (n=119 patients).
  • Hospital stay, drainage volume, and catheter duration were similar between both drainage methods.
  • Patients tolerated 14FR percutaneous catheters significantly better than large-bore chest tubes.
  • Smaller caliber drains offer comparable efficacy with improved patient comfort in traumatic hemothorax management.

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